Marc Allen Fine Clothiers

Choosing that perfect ensemble to wear on your wedding day is one of the harder decisions a groom has to make.

Marc Allen Fine Clothiers in Providence, R.I. is where men with discerning style and taste travel to purchase that infamous, perfect outfit that will compliment their personal needs and desires. Owner, Marc Streisand purchased the store formerly known as Briggs Providence in 2005 and takes pride in offering his customers sophistication, style, selection and service.

Streisand created a crisp, clean and powerful environment for his clients to shop in that helps stimulate their passion for style. The interior decor exudes a luxurious, yet calming atmosphere filled with exclusive and one-of-a-kind, quality pieces. Streisand considers his shop to be a lifestyle store serving affluent, male-based clientele and he assists them in creating wardrobes that will serve every aspect of their lives.

Part of Streisand's mission is to design clothing that is so unique and different, so that no two men look alike. While the shop carries designers like Luciana Barbera, Michael Toschi and Dormeiul to name a few they are most recognized for their custom creations utilizing the worlds best fabrics from Italy, England, Australia and Scotland.

On average, Marc Allen fits about 30 prominent gentlemen per month, of which one quarter are looking to have a custom tuxedo or suit designed for a wedding or black-tie event. Streisand suggests having a consultation with his clients 12 weeks prior to the actual date in order to present fabrics, take measurements, discuss style and photograph the customer for design accuracy. The shopper will typically undergo two to three fittings prior to the completion of the garment to ensure the best, most comfortable fit.

Depending on the personality and lifestyle of the client, Streisand will work side-by-side with them to attain the finished ensemble. If the groom is having a Newport society wedding, Streisand may design a white tuxedo complete with tails for an extremely formal outfit to be worn during the ceremony; he suggests a worsted, cashmere peak lapel blazer accompanied by a silk trouser as a second suit option to be worn at the reception.

Typically, the bride is considered the centerpiece of the wedding. Streisand designs for the trendsetting man who he states: will shine inside and out when standing alone or next to his bride.

Written by Tracy B. Freedman; Photography: Brian Phillips